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No passport required for this trip across the pond. BBC America brings fascinating documentaries, entertaining series, and familiar favorites to viewers across the U.S. Its current show catalog offers a closer look at the network’s programming.
You can watch BBC America through participating TV providers, while some individual shows may also be available through streaming subscriptions. Just remember that watching a BBC series on demand isn’t the same as getting the live BBC America channel.
In this guide, we’ll help you find BBC America channel numbers and compare your viewing options. So put the kettle on and settle in for some brilliant British programming.
What channel is BBC America on near me?
BBC America’s channel numbers and package requirements vary by TV provider and local lineup. Live TV streaming services typically list the network by name instead of assigning a traditional channel number.
The city table offers a starting point; enter your zip code if you need listings for a different service area.
BBC America channel numbers in major U.S. cities
BBC America Channel Guide
| City | DIRECTV | DISH | Spectrum | Xfinity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
264 | 135 | – | 114 | |
264 | 135 | – | – | |
264 | 135 | 133 / 770 | 130 | |
264 | 135 | 86 / 110 | – | |
264 | 135 | 213 / 1213 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 114 | |
264 | 135 | – | 241 | |
264 | 135 | – | – | |
264 | 135 | – | – | |
264 | 135 | 110 | – | |
264 | 135 | 110 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 162 | |
264 | 135 | 225 / 1225 | – | |
264 | 135 | 19 / 225 / 1225 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 109 | |
264 | 135 | 85 / 225 / 1225 | – | |
264 | 135 | 264 / 802 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 162 | |
264 | 135 | – | 114 | |
264 | 135 | 80 / 110 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 114 | |
264 | 135 | 264 / 802 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 27700 (HD) | |
264 | 135 | 341 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 226 | |
264 | 135 | 92 / 171 / 1171 | 114 | |
264 | 135 | – | 114 | |
264 | 135 | 88 / 110 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | – | |
264 | 135 | 110 | – | |
264 | 135 | 81 / 173 / 992 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 238 | |
264 | 135 | – | 114 | |
264 | 135 | 87 / 225 / 1225 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 114 | |
264 | 135 | – | 114 | |
264 | 135 | – | – | |
264 | 135 | 71 / 110 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | – | |
264 | 135 | 75 / 1278 | 114 / 1418 | |
264 | 135 | – | 114 | |
264 | 135 | – | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 114 | |
264 | 135 | – | 27700 (HD) | |
264 | 135 | – | 27700 (HD) | |
264 | 135 | – | 27700 (HD) | |
264 | 135 | 86 / 110 | – | |
264 | 135 | 81 / 110 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 27700 (HD) | |
264 | 135 | – | 27700 (HD) | |
264 | 135 | – | 27700 (HD) | |
264 | 135 | 172 | – | |
264 | 135 | – | 114 | |
264 | 135 | 75 | 114 / 1418 | |
264 | 135 | – | 27700 (HD) | |
264 | 135 | – | 114 |
Data effective as of post date. Channel numbers and availability may vary by location and package.
How to get BBC America
Getting your British TV fix doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Philo Essential includes BBC America for $25 per month, while DIRECTV, YouTube TV, and Sling TV’s Orange or Blue plans also carry the live channel. Eligible subscribers can stream BBC America through the network’s website or app using a participating TV provider login.
Fubo remains a notable exception — it doesn’t currently carry BBC America. If you’d rather watch select shows on demand, AMC+ includes BBC America programming but not the network’s live feed.
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Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
What’s on BBC America?
History buffs, nature lovers, and curious minds can all find something worth watching on BBC America. The network’s programming has included “Antiques Roadshow,” where everyday objects can turn out to have extraordinary histories and surprising price tags.
Natural-history documentaries like “Predator v Prey” and British favorites such as “The Graham Norton Show” give viewers even more to explore. Keep an eye on the live listings, though. Not every BBC show airs on BBC America, and streaming availability can differ from what’s playing on the channel.
BBC America channel FAQ
What's the cheapest way to get BBC America?
Philo Essential is the lowest-priced live BBC America option we verified at $25 per month. It includes the channel without requiring a traditional cable or satellite subscription.
Can I get BBC America as a standalone subscription?
BBC America does not offer its live linear feed as a standalone subscription. BBC-related streaming libraries may carry individual programs but not the channel's schedule.
Are BBC America and BBC News the same channel?
No. BBC America centers on entertainment and factual television for U.S. viewers, while BBC News is a rolling news channel with separate access options.
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